Global Expert Estimating & Benchmarking

You will lead global cost estimating and benchmarking standards for large capital projects, combining data science, AI and cost engineering to drive accurate forecasting.

Your tasks

• Develop and maintain global standards for cost estimating and benchmarking aligned with industry best practices
• Lead early-stage cost estimating and oversee conceptual and basic design estimates for major capital projects
• Develop data science strategies using AI, LLMs, custom coding and BIM 5D for parametric models and forecasting
• Monitor global market trends, inflation and economic indicators affecting project budgets
• Support risk workshops to establish data-backed contingency and schedule reserves, and drive value engineering
• Lead a global Community of Practice for estimating and benchmarking and conduct technical training

What you bring

• Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a quantitative field
• Certification such as CEP, CCP or MRICS
• At least 15 years of experience in mega-project estimating, cost engineering or global project controls
• Hands-on coding experience in Python and R, with AI-augmented project intelligence tools
• Expert knowledge of AACE/RICS standards and market economics tracking
• Fluent in English; German is a plus
• Open to up to 20% international travel

Conditions

• Workload: 80–100 %
• Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it

What to expect

• 80-100% workload
• Up to 20% international travel

Technologies

• Python
• R
• LLMs
• BIM 5D
• AACE
• RICS

How to apply

You apply with your Try&Hire profile: upload your CV, check the details, enter key facts and availability. A short introduction video is optional but helps. Our team will get in touch if your profile fits the assignment.